Stockbridge, MA– In conjunction with its new exhibition “’Ice Age’ to the Digital Age: The 3D Animation Art of Blue Sky Studios,” Norman Rockwell Museum will present “Blue Sky & Beyond,” a summer program series to be held Thursday evenings at

5:30 p.m. during the months of July and August. Learn more about the art of visual storytelling and the contributions of noted illustrators, animators and filmmakers, who bring artistry and technology together to create new realities. All events are free for members, or with regular Museum admission.

On July 7, starting at 5:30 p.m., meet illustrator Peter de Sève, character designer for Blue Sky Studios’ “Ice Age” movie series. Mr. de Sève will talk about his process of bringing animated characters to life–from sketch to screen. In addition to his work for Blue Sky Studios, the artist has created humorous illustrations for such major publications as “The New Yorker,” “Time,” and “Newsweek;” popular children’s books, including “The Dutchess of Whimsy” with author/wife Randall de Sève; and character designs for such animated movies as “A Bug’s Life,” “Finding Nemo,” and “Tarzan.” A reception with the artist will follow. Free for members, or with regular Museum admission.

Movie Night!
Screening Under the Stars: “Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs”
August 25, 5:30 p.m.

“’Ice Age’ to the Digital Age: The 3D Animation Art of Blue Sky Studios”
On view June 11 through October 31, 2011

Go “behind the scenes” with a look at the world of digital animation with the artists of Blue Sky Studios, creators of the blockbuster films “Ice Age” (and its popular sequels), “Robots,” and the recently released hit, “Rio.”

This first-ever exhibition brings art and technology together to explore how visual concepts are transformed into believable worlds for the big screen. Rarely-seen original character drawings, storyboards, and background paintings reflect the conceptual process, and a recreated sculpture studio will bring you face-to-face with Blue Sky’s amazing sculptural maquettes. Interactive stations reveal how today’s stunning computer generated imagery is built, from initial concept to finished frame.

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